Learning to Love Yourself

As I recently thumbed through my copy of this book, I was brought back to when I first read this, in 1996. As usual, when I am reading a book, I walk around with that book, along with something to write with, and on.There was a stranger who came up to me and looked at me with both sadness and pity in her eyes. She asked me, "Is this really a problem for you?"Anyone who would ask this question, and especially to a stranger, in my opinion, probably is in denial of his or her need for greater self-expression - this is what this book is about.Who wouldn't be looking to be a better listener; more compassionate; and fully in this moment?We are all bombarded with social scripts; childhood expectations; and unfinished past business.And we deserve to be more alive, more fully in the present moment, regardless of our interlocutor's beliefs.As we grow, we search for greater peace of mind, while we experience new "opportunities."This book is about finding peace of mind, out of healthy choices.One of the most valuable affirmations in this book, simply stated is, "I am worth it!"When one says this, out loud, 10 times in the morning, then 10 times in the evening; and it is said enthusiastically, you experience more breakthroughs in your life than you have even considered making.Read this book to reaffirm your right to honor your potential and celebrate everything that you are.

This book is so excellent and powerful, I don't even know where to begin. Sharon Wegscheider-Cruse is a wonderful writer who makes her points very clearly and concisely. It is very well organized and very easy to understand. This book is very quick and easy to read.She brings greater understanding to the reader about how to develop TRUE self-esteem. Alot of different books I had read, mis-lead the reader into thinking that self-esteem is developed by externalizing our happiness... (ie. lose weight, get an education, learn a talent or language, get a new hair, buy a new dress...) All these things draw our gaze "outwards". But many people develop these outward attributes, and still feel miserable... (ie. Whitney Houston... beautiful, talented, rich, famous, but challenged with drug addiction and an unhealthy love relationship)Sharon makes the reader realize that self-esteem is found by connecting to our inner self (or inner child). This inner child is the repository of self-worth (page 23).There are many things explained in this book that helps the reader understand himself/herself and how to overcome our negative tendencies.Just a wonderful book. ... By connecting to our Essence/Inner Child/Psyche through feelings, we develop TRUE SELF-WORTH.I have been doing what these books have told me to do, and the changes in my life are incredible and quite dramatic. ...

I've read so many "self-help" books, I could have been a Therapist if I'd had my head on straight! This book was recommended to me as the only one needed to get on the right track, and it definitely did. It's a gentle, easy read, and I highly recommend it.

once I started reading this book it was very hard to put down it has some very good information on ways to learn to love yourself. The part that stuck in my mind the most is that it is not a situation that is making me crazy but our "reaction" to a situation that is making me crazy! The suggestions in the book are very easy to put into practice.

This book truly transformed not only my view of myself, but helped a dear friend of mine while going through a divorce. It touches upon many issues that we all may have experienced in our childhood that impacts us today on a subliminal level. This book will aid any of us who don't love ourselves enough to allow ourselves to be the person we deserve to be. Awareness is change and the information contained within this book can ruly set you free. We will then be able to love our children more, our family, and pull in the love we so desire. Also, one can learn to forgive, that is part of letting go. I highly recommend this book to anyone seeking to better themselves for whatever reason. Very good book for women going through divorce and also for single Mothers.